Texans WR Andre Johnson through the years

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Unquestionably the greatest player in Texans history, wide receiver Andre Johnson left the franchise that drafted him for the Indianapolis Colts after the 2014 season. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle )

Unquestionably the greatest player in Texans history, wide receiver Andre Johnson left the franchise that drafted him for the Indianapolis Colts after the 2014 season. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle )

3 Jan 2002: Andre Johnson #5 of Miami hugs the Sears National Championship trophy as quarterback Ken Dorsey #11 looks on after winning the Rose Bowl National Championship game over Nebraska at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. Miami won the game 37-14, winning the BCS and the National Championship title. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Robert Laberge/Getty Images less

3 Jan 2002: Andre Johnson #5 of Miami hugs the Sears National Championship trophy as quarterback Ken Dorsey #11 looks on after winning the Rose Bowl National Championship game over Nebraska at the Rose Bowl in ... more

Miami's Andre Johnson, right, celebrates with his mother, Karen Johnson, as he is selected by the Houston Texans with the third overall pick in the NFL draft Saturday, April 26, 2003, in Miami. Johnson watched the selection process with family and friends at the Mayfair Hotel in Miami. less

Miami's Andre Johnson, right, celebrates with his mother, Karen Johnson, as he is selected by the Houston Texans with the third overall pick in the NFL draft Saturday, April 26, 2003, in Miami. Johnson watched ... more

Miami's Andre Johnson talks to the media after he was selected by the Houston Texans with the third overall pick in the NFL draft Saturday, April 26, 2003, in Miami. The Texans gave quarterback David Carr a new target Tuesday, July 22, 2003, signing Johnson. less

Miami's Andre Johnson talks to the media after he was selected by the Houston Texans with the third overall pick in the NFL draft Saturday, April 26, 2003, in Miami. The Texans gave quarterback David Carr a ... more

Photo: AL DIAZ, AP

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Houston Texans general manager Charley Casserly, left, and head coach Dom Capers, right, welcome their first pick in the NFL draft Andre Johnson, a wide receiver from the University of Miami, Saturday night, April 26, 2003, at Reliant Stadium in Houston. less

Houston Texans general manager Charley Casserly, left, and head coach Dom Capers, right, welcome their first pick in the NFL draft Andre Johnson, a wide receiver from the University of Miami, Saturday night, ... more

Houston Texans welcome their first pick in the NFL draft Andre Johnson, a wide receiver from the University of Miami, while head coach Dom Capers enjoys his new prospect Saturday night, April 26, 2003, at Reliant Stadium in Houston. less

Houston Texans welcome their first pick in the NFL draft Andre Johnson, a wide receiver from the University of Miami, while head coach Dom Capers enjoys his new prospect Saturday night, April 26, 2003, at ... more

Andre Johnson, the Miami wide receiver who was the third selection in the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft. listens to general manager Charley Casserly during the press conference, after being signed by the Houston Texans, Tuesday afternoon. Johnson's advisor, Andre Melton, is on the far right. less

Andre Johnson, the Miami wide receiver who was the third selection in the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft. listens to general manager Charley Casserly during the press conference, after being signed by the ... more

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Andre Johnson, the Miami wide receiver who was the third selection in the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft. is interviewed by the media after being signed by the Houston Texans, Tuesday afternoon. Johnson was joined by his advisor, Andre Melton, as well as general manager Charley Casserly, and head coach Dom Capers. less

Andre Johnson, the Miami wide receiver who was the third selection in the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft. is interviewed by the media after being signed by the Houston Texans, Tuesday afternoon. Johnson ... more

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Texans wide reciever Andre Johnson pleads with the linesman after catching what would have been a Texans touchdown in front of Tampa Bay corner Dwight Smith.

Texans wide reciever Andre Johnson pleads with the linesman after catching what would have been a Texans touchdown in front of Tampa Bay corner Dwight Smith.

Andre Johnson #80, puts on his helmet during drills at the Houston Texans training camp, Thursday, August 4, 2004.

Andre Johnson #80, puts on his helmet during drills at the Houston Texans training camp, Thursday, August 4, 2004.

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson and a patriotic breathe right strip on the bench at this season opening game between the Houston Texans and the San Diego Chargers in Houston at Reliant Stadium Sunday Sept. 12, 2004. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson and a patriotic breathe right strip on the bench at this season opening game between the Houston Texans and the San Diego Chargers in Houston at Reliant Stadium Sunday Sept. ... more

Andre Johnson is congratulated by lineman Steve McKinney after the team was informed that Johnson was named to the Pro Bowl on Dec. 22, 2004. Johnson was informed after the Texans' practice that he had been named to the all star team. He was given a Hawaiian Lei when he was told because the Pro Bowl is held in Hawaii. less

Andre Johnson is congratulated by lineman Steve McKinney after the team was informed that Johnson was named to the Pro Bowl on Dec. 22, 2004. Johnson was informed after the Texans' practice that he had been ... more

Andre Johnson just misses a pass interned for him in the end zone as Jaguar's #31, Scott Starks defends during the fourth quarter of the Houston Texans-Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, December 24, 2005.

Andre Johnson just misses a pass interned for him in the end zone as Jaguar's #31, Scott Starks defends during the fourth quarter of the Houston Texans-Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, December 24, 2005.

Photo: KAREN WARREN, HOUSTON CHRONICLE

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Andre Johnson gains yardage after a quick out pattern in the fourth quarter of an NFL preseason game between the Houston Texans and the Oakland Raiders at Reliant Stadium in Houston, 10/03/04.

Andre Johnson gains yardage after a quick out pattern in the fourth quarter of an NFL preseason game between the Houston Texans and the Oakland Raiders at Reliant Stadium in Houston, 10/03/04.

Photo: Buster Dean, Houston Chronicle

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Andre Johnson runs up field as Jacksonville's #27, Rashean Mathis tries to tackle him during the 2nd quarter of the Houston Texans-Jacksonville Jaguars NFL game at Reliant Stadium, Sunday October 22, 2006.

Andre Johnson runs up field as Jacksonville's #27, Rashean Mathis tries to tackle him during the 2nd quarter of the Houston Texans-Jacksonville Jaguars NFL game at Reliant Stadium, Sunday October 22, 2006.

Houston Texans receiver Andre Johnson falls away from Indianapolis Colts defender Antoine Bethea for a 17-yard reception and a first down during the fourth quarter Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006, at Reliant Stadium in Houston. The Texans upset the Colts 27-24 with a 48-yard Kris Brown field goal with three seconds left. less

Houston Texans receiver Andre Johnson falls away from Indianapolis Colts defender Antoine Bethea for a 17-yard reception and a first down during the fourth quarter Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006, at Reliant Stadium in ... more

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) high fives fans as he walks off the field following the Texans win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007, in Houston. The Texans beat the Jaguars 42-28, to finish the season a team franchise best record of 8-8. less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) high fives fans as he walks off the field following the Texans win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007, ... more

Houston Texans Andre Johnson checks his register tape after checking out (with Dave Mitchell, store manager) at Toys R Us on Old Spanish Trail and Kirby, where twelve kids were given 80 seconds to shop courtesy of Johnson, Monday December 18, 2007. less

Houston Texans Andre Johnson checks his register tape after checking out (with Dave Mitchell, store manager) at Toys R Us on Old Spanish Trail and Kirby, where twelve kids were given 80 seconds to shop courtesy ... more

Andre Johnson gets surrounded by children wanting to hug him and thank him at Toys R Us on Old Spanish Trail and Kirby, where twelve kids were given 80 seconds to shop courtesy of Houston Texans player Johnson, Monday December 18, 2007. less

Andre Johnson gets surrounded by children wanting to hug him and thank him at Toys R Us on Old Spanish Trail and Kirby, where twelve kids were given 80 seconds to shop courtesy of Houston Texans player ... more

Andre Johnson prepares to put his hand prints on an outside wall as part of the Home Depot NFL Neighborhood MVP program which along with the nonprofit KaBOOM! helped build a playground for Mary Walke Stephens Elementary School on Dec. 2, 2008. less

Andre Johnson prepares to put his hand prints on an outside wall as part of the Home Depot NFL Neighborhood MVP program which along with the nonprofit KaBOOM! helped build a playground for Mary Walke Stephens ... more

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reacts as he leaves the field celebrating the Texans win over the Tennessee Titans in an NFL football game at LP Field Sunday, Sept. 20, 2009, in Nashville. The Texans beat the Titans 34-31. less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reacts as he leaves the field celebrating the Texans win over the Tennessee Titans in an NFL football game at LP Field Sunday, Sept. 20, 2009, in Nashville. The Texans ... more

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sage Rosenfels (2), left, says good bye to Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) after his game Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at Reliant Stadium in Houston. The Vikings won the game by a score of 17-10. less

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sage Rosenfels (2), left, says good bye to Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) after his game Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at Reliant Stadium in Houston. The Vikings won the ... more

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) is wrapped up by New England Patriots cornerback Darius Butler (28) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, in Houston. less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) is wrapped up by New England Patriots cornerback Darius Butler (28) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, ... more

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson races Buffalo Bills safety Pierson Prioleau to the end zone during the fourth quarter Sunday afternoon, Nov. 16, 2003, at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, NY. Prioleau pushed Johnson out of bounds. But the Texans went on to defeat the Bills 12-10. less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) celebrates the Texans win over the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, in Houston. The Texans beat the Patriots 34-27 to finish the season 9-7. less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) celebrates the Texans win over the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, in Houston. ... more

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) is shaken up on a a play against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Houston. Johnson left the field after the play. less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) is shaken up on a a play against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Houston. ... more

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) leaps over New Orleans Saints cornerback Jabari Greer (33) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at the Louisiana Superdome Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, New Orleans. The Saints beat the Texans 40-33. less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) leaps over New Orleans Saints cornerback Jabari Greer (33) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at the Louisiana Superdome Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, New ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson tells 11 kids, selected by Child Protective Services, they have 80 seconds to get all the toys he can and that he was going to pay for them Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, in Toys R' Us in Houston. After the spree Johnson, who also bought a video game system with two games, payed $17,260.57. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson tells 11 kids, selected by Child Protective Services, they have 80 seconds to get all the toys he can and that he was going to pay for them Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, in Toys R' ... more

Texans quarterback T.J. Yates (13) celebrates with wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) after video review upheld his touchdown pass during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, in Houston. less

Texans quarterback T.J. Yates (13) celebrates with wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) after video review upheld his touchdown pass during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson shakes hands with Kenneth Faried of the Denver Nuggets while the teams warm up before the Houston Lockout Celebrity Basketball Game game at Delmar Fieldhouse on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011, in Houston. Johnson watched from the bench as he sat with the NBA players during the game. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson shakes hands with Kenneth Faried of the Denver Nuggets while the teams warm up before the Houston Lockout Celebrity Basketball Game game at Delmar Fieldhouse on Sunday, Nov. ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) does warm up drills with his teammates before the Texans play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011, in Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Johnson was not scheduled to play. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) does warm up drills with his teammates before the Texans play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011, in Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson watches from the sidelines against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2011, in Houston. ( Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle ) less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson watches from the sidelines against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2011, in Houston. ( Smiley N. ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson, left, walks onto the field in street clothes followed by Texans owner Bob McNair before and an NFL football game between the Texans and the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011, in Baltimore. Johnson did not play against the Ravens because of a hamstring injury. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson, left, walks onto the field in street clothes followed by Texans owner Bob McNair before and an NFL football game between the Texans and the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank ... more

Texans wide receivers Andre Johnson, left, and Jacoby Jones, right, in the crowd during the 23-5A district championship between Bush and Hightower Friday, November 4, 2011 in Missouri City, Texas. Hightower defeated Bush in overtime 46-39. less

Texans wide receivers Andre Johnson, left, and Jacoby Jones, right, in the crowd during the 23-5A district championship between Bush and Hightower Friday, November 4, 2011 in Missouri City, Texas. Hightower ... more

Andre Johnson sits on the front row during the second half of the Travis-Yates High School boys season opening basketball game at the Merrell Center in Katy, Nov. 14, 2011. Travis won the game against Yates 69-77. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle less

Andre Johnson sits on the front row during the second half of the Travis-Yates High School boys season opening basketball game at the Merrell Center in Katy, Nov. 14, 2011. Travis won the game against Yates ... more

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson shoots baskets while the teams warm up before the Houston Lockout Celebrity Basketball Game game at Delmar Fieldhouse on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011, in Houston. Johnson watched from the bench as he sat with the NBA players during the game. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson shoots baskets while the teams warm up before the Houston Lockout Celebrity Basketball Game game at Delmar Fieldhouse on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011, in Houston. Johnson watched ... more

Texans Andre Johnson and Antonio Smith replenish the grocery bags while they hand out Thanksgiving meals to families from Houston's Fifth Ward community at the Fifth Ward Church of Christ on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011, in Houston. The Texans players purchased 2,000 turkeys and groceries for families in the Fifth Ward. less

Texans Andre Johnson and Antonio Smith replenish the grocery bags while they hand out Thanksgiving meals to families from Houston's Fifth Ward community at the Fifth Ward Church of Christ on Tuesday, Nov. 22, ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) makes a catch as Tennessee Titans cornerback Jason McCourty (30) tries to cover during the first quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012, in Houston. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) makes a catch as Tennessee Titans cornerback Jason McCourty (30) tries to cover during the first quarter of an NFL football game at Reliant Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 1, ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson makes a catch during practice at the Methodist Training Center on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012, in Houston. The Texans face the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday in the first NFL playoff football game in team history. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson makes a catch during practice at the Methodist Training Center on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012, in Houston. The Texans face the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday in the first NFL ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) leaps into a crowd of fans next to Texans center Chris Myers (55) after Johnson scored a 40-yard touchdown during the third quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals on Jan. 7, 2012. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) leaps into a crowd of fans next to Texans center Chris Myers (55) after Johnson scored a 40-yard touchdown during the third quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals on Jan. ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) beats Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Nate Clements (22) for a reception during the fourth quarter of an AFC wildcard playoff football game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, in Houston. The Texans won 31-10. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) beats Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Nate Clements (22) for a reception during the fourth quarter of an AFC wildcard playoff football game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) grabs a 40-yard touchdown pass against the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter of an AFC wildcard playoff football game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, in Houston. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) grabs a 40-yard touchdown pass against the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter of an AFC wildcard playoff football game at Reliant Stadium on Saturday, Jan. 7, ... more

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) has a hard time holding on to the ball as Cincinnati Bengals strong safety Chris Crocker (42) closes in during the third quarter of an AFC wildcard playoff football game at Reliant Stadium Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, in Houston. less

Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) has a hard time holding on to the ball as Cincinnati Bengals strong safety Chris Crocker (42) closes in during the third quarter of an AFC wildcard playoff football game ... more

Fans hold up signs in support of Andre Johnson in the parking lot while tailgating before the Texans' win over the Jets on Oct. 8, 2012. Johnson entered the game needing 76 yards to reach 10,000 yards for his career. less

Fans hold up signs in support of Andre Johnson in the parking lot while tailgating before the Texans' win over the Jets on Oct. 8, 2012. Johnson entered the game needing 76 yards to reach 10,000 yards for his ... more

Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle

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Andre Johnson breaks away from the defense for the game-winning touchdown during the Texans' overtime win over the Jaguars on Nov. 18, 2012.

Andre Johnson breaks away from the defense for the game-winning touchdown during the Texans' overtime win over the Jaguars on Nov. 18, 2012.